[Fast Facts] Ten Things You Might Not Have Known About ACM Nominee: Martina McBride

In 1988, Martina married sound engineer John McBride, who went on to work with Garth Brooks. To this day you will see him making sure technically, everything is ready to go when his wife takes the stage.

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Martina McBride got her big break as the opening act for Garth Brooks in 1992, after originally selling concert swag at his shows!

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Martina McBride made her acting debut on an episode of "Baywatch" in 1994. The episode, "Western Exposure" was in Season 4, Episode 19 of the iconic show (in case you have the DVD Complete Set at home).

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In 2010, Martina participated in CMT Crossroads with Train. Back in 2003 she participated in the show for the first time with Pat Benatar.

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Martina has won the ACM for "Top Female Vocalist" three times! (2001, 2002, 2003). Can she win it again in 2012? Find out on April 1st!

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Martina is often referred to as the "Celine Dion of Country Music" displaying extraordinary range and her big voiced ballads.

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Pat Benatar is one of Martina McBride's childhood idols and inspired her to become a singer.

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Martina joined the Grand Ole Opry in 1995, during a taping of the 70th Anniversary TV Special. About joining, Martina said, "The Opry's going to be here for hundreds of years, and I'm just proud my name is on that list. It's a highlight of my life."

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Martina has been nominated for 11 GRAMMYs but is yet to win. Is 2013's award show her lucky number?

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In 2011, Martina McBride embarked on a train ride from Los Angeles to New York City to promote her new release, "Eleven", as well as Breast Cancer Awareness. Stops included Flagstaff, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, New York City, and More.